Job Description

Traditional Learning Academy is currently recruiting Educational Assistants: Our mission is to partner with parents and students to support quality learning opportunities at home. This is an excellent opportunity where you will work one-on-one or in small classroom groups with our students. Our students currently receive EA support in person and online.


As an Educational Assistant you will be part of a talented multidisciplinary team working with children, families and school staff. We have hundreds of students from all over the province, each one working on individualized programs in a variety of learning environments. .


This position is for September- June and the hourly wage is dependent upon qualifications and experience.


Qualifications:


A certificate from a recognized post-secondary college such as a Special Education Teaching Assistant or equivalent post-secondary studies Background in supporting students with Disabilities and Diverse learning needs is required Applicants must be dedicated to inclusive education and committed to learning new skills in a team-based environment. Strong written and oral English communication skills. Must be computer literate and knowledgeable about gmail, google drive and proficient in video conferencing tools. A valid Ministry of Justice criminal record check is required as part of the hiring process.
Classroom-based EAs work with small groups within the classrooms under the direct supervision of a TLA teacher. All supports are in-class, and range from academic support and behavioural prompting to social and executive functioning support. Students will be engaged in project-based learning in our inclusive multi-grade classrooms.


Online/In Person EAs collaborate with TLA teachers and the student's family to provide individualized one-to-one support depending on the students program.


We are currently hiring EAs for the following positions:


1) Classroom- Based EAs


Tuesday/Thursday Elementary student Support (8:45- 3:15) (Cloverdale, BC) Wednesday Elementary student Support (8:45- 3:15) (Cloverdale, BC) High School Science and Math Tuesdays (Cloverdale, BC)
2) In Person or Online EAs in the following areas


Vancouver/Burnaby Abbotsford Chilliwack Online support sessions with Language Arts (All grades) Online support sessions with Math/Science (Upper Elementary/High School)
Applicants should send a resume via email to our Director of Inclusive Education Merissa Ang ( ) The resume should detail education and work experience and include a cover letter, copy of certificate (if applicable) and two references.